Win primers for 296?

Jack Straw · November 12, 1999, 12:20 PM

This may sound like a bit of an odd question, but I was wondering if the new Win primers are suitable for use with Win 296. The box says they are for standard or magnum applications, but I thought I would see if anyone had used the new primers with 296 and what the results were. Or should I stick with a specified "magnum" primer (such as CCI)?

Thanks again!

Jack

NJW · November 12, 1999, 01:01 PM

I have been using the Win regular/mag LP primer exclusivley when I load 296 (may favorite 357/44 MAG powder)for years. If you have the primers on hand I would say use them. Since Win makes the powder, their primers should work for their powder.

NJW

Deputy Al · November 12, 1999, 02:16 PM

According to an article published in "American Rifleman" in roughly 1984, Winchester primers all contain an aluminum oxide fuel element specifically added to facilitate ignition of their ball powders. I use a LOT of WW-296 in both 357 and 44 Magnum applications, and the Winchester LP and CCI 350 primers both produce very consistent results--small velocity SD's, superb accuracy, and high velocities with safe and sane pressures. I cannot discern a significant difference in heat range between the two primers, but your mileage may vary. BTW--my first post here, and this looks like a real nice place to learn something!

Jack Straw · November 12, 1999, 04:19 PM

Thanks guys.

It should seem kind of obvious to me that Winchester would make components that work well together and that is why I thought it might sound like a dumb question, but I always like a good second opinion! At the same time, I'm always wary of something that is supposed to be the versatile one-tool-for-all-your-needs (not that Winchester is trying to sell snake oil or anything like that); I just like to have the right tool for the job.

Deputy Al,

Glad to have you joining us! TFL has been very helpful to me and I hope you enjoy it as well!

Jack

November 12, 1999, 12:20 PM	#1
Jack Straw Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 1999 Location: Georgia Posts: 362	This may sound like a bit of an odd question, but I was wondering if the new Win primers are suitable for use with Win 296. The box says they are for standard or magnum applications, but I thought I would see if anyone had used the new primers with 296 and what the results were. Or should I stick with a specified "magnum" primer (such as CCI)? Thanks again! Jack

November 12, 1999, 01:01 PM	#2
NJW Senior Member Join Date: November 5, 1998 Location: SouthWest Posts: 204	I have been using the Win regular/mag LP primer exclusivley when I load 296 (may favorite 357/44 MAG powder)for years. If you have the primers on hand I would say use them. Since Win makes the powder, their primers should work for their powder. NJW

November 12, 1999, 02:16 PM	#3
Deputy Al Junior Member Join Date: November 12, 1999 Location: Moreno Valley, CA USA Posts: 5	According to an article published in "American Rifleman" in roughly 1984, Winchester primers all contain an aluminum oxide fuel element specifically added to facilitate ignition of their ball powders. I use a LOT of WW-296 in both 357 and 44 Magnum applications, and the Winchester LP and CCI 350 primers both produce very consistent results--small velocity SD's, superb accuracy, and high velocities with safe and sane pressures. I cannot discern a significant difference in heat range between the two primers, but your mileage may vary. BTW--my first post here, and this looks like a real nice place to learn something!

November 12, 1999, 04:19 PM	#4
Jack Straw Senior Member Join Date: July 26, 1999 Location: Georgia Posts: 362	Thanks guys. It should seem kind of obvious to me that Winchester would make components that work well together and that is why I thought it might sound like a dumb question, but I always like a good second opinion! At the same time, I'm always wary of something that is supposed to be the versatile one-tool-for-all-your-needs (not that Winchester is trying to sell snake oil or anything like that); I just like to have the right tool for the job. Deputy Al, Glad to have you joining us! TFL has been very helpful to me and I hope you enjoy it as well! Jack